Creature of Sherpa folklore

YETI

This elusive, ape-like being is said to roam the snowy slopes of the Himalayas, often leaving behind large, mysterious footprints. Locals sometimes call it the "Abominable Snowman.

This clue refers to the legendary ape-like creature said to inhabit the Himalayas, often linked to Sherpa culture. The Yeti, sometimes called the "Abominable Snowman," is a staple of local folklore and cryptozoology. The answer fits because it directly names the mythical being described in the clue.